The Iris
a beautiful flower with invaluable roots
With its soft violet shades, the Iris, commonly called the giaggiolo, adorns the Tuscan landscape. From its roots, precious essences are produced for use in making top-quality products, while the delicate flowers are rich in history, and are a source of artistic inspiration as well.
The Cooperative
a strong network for the international market
The Cooperative Toscana Giaggiolo encompasses more than 200 small Tuscan growers and is the main reference point in Italy for the production and sale of Iris rhizomes, a unique variety exported to France and throughout the world.
Cultivation
From the rhizome to the final product, the art of Iris cultivation passed on through generations
Today as in the past, the cultivation techniques used follow traditional methods, reflecting an artisanal ritual from the fields to the processing, to obtain a product of superior quality. Every phase is carried out by hand in a completely natural way, with extraordinary results.
The land
A network of small growers tucked away in the beautiful hills between Chianti and Valdarno
During the month of May, the iris colours the slopes of Pratomagno and the rolling hills of Chianti with its soft hues, perfuming this part of Tuscany - including Loro Ciuffenna, Reggello, Greve in Chianti, and Poggio alla Croce - with its sweet notes and adorning the surroundings with its unique allure.
Uses
One product with a variety of uses, from the cosmetics to the food industry
The root of the iris is a precious material in the production of perfumes, beauty creams, spirits, herbal products, wines and much more. The Tuscan Iris is a distinguished product preferred by big names in fashion, pharmaceutics, and the food industry for use in their own manufacturing.